Celebrate National Yearbook Week!

The first full week of October marks National Yearbook Week, a special time to celebrate the creativity, dedication, and hard work behind every school yearbook. Established in 1987 by President Ronald Reagan, this week recognizes the lasting memories and milestones captured on each page. Whether you're a student contributor, a teacher adviser, or simply someone who cherishes your yearbook, this week is for you!

At Picaboo Yearbooks, we understand the value of preserving the unique stories of schools and organizations. That’s why we’re inviting everyone to join in the fun with our School Yearbook Photo Scavenger Hunt—a perfect way to engage with your yearbook community and celebrate together!

Remember, yearbooks aren’t just books—they’re lifelong keepsakes. Let’s celebrate the joy of capturing memories that last a lifetime.

  • Find and take photos of specific types of content related to the yearbook.

    CHALLENGES
    School Mascot: Take a photo with the school mascot or mascot statue.

    Club or Sports Team: Capture a moment with members of a specific club or sports team.

    Most Recent Event: Find and photograph a recent school event or display related to it.

    School Landmark: Photograph a well-known area of the school (e.g., the main entrance, gymnasium)

  • Discover and document historical aspects of the school.

    CHALLENGES
    Old Yearbooks: Find and take a photo of a yearbook from a past decade.

    Historical Artifacts: Locate and photograph old trophies, plaques, or photos displayed around the school.

    Alumni: Interview a long-time faculty member or alumni about memorable school events.

    School Traditions: Document a longstanding school tradition with a photo or a brief write-up.

  • Capture images related to common yearbook superlatives.

    CHALLENGES
    Best Smile: Find and photograph someone with a great smile.

    Most School Spirit: Capture a photo of someone showing significant school spirit.

    Most Artistic: Find and photograph a student showcasing their artistic talent.

    Most Likely to Succeed: Interview a student or staff member about their goals and future plans

  • CHALLENGES

    Creative Layouts: Find and photograph examples of creative layouts in past yearbooks.

    Unique Fonts: Look for unique fonts or styles used in previous yearbooks.

    Themed Pages: Identify and photograph themed pages or sections.

    Design Tools: Show images of tools or software used in designing yearbooks.

  • Document various aspects of student life that might be featured in the yearbook.

    CHALLENGES
    Fun Moments: Capture candid shots of students having fun.

    Favorite Hangouts: Photograph popular student hangout spots.

    Special Events: Document school events, dances, or pep rallies.

    Student Achievements: Take pictures of students receiving awards or recognition.

THREE WAYS TO ENTER

  • Post your entry to Facebook or Instagram. Caption it with your school name/city/ state, and any necessary description/details. Then, tag us @picabooyearbooks on FB/IG. 

  • Upload directly to the Picaboo Yearbooks Post

  • Email your entry to marketing@picabooyearbooks.com

RULES

  • The event will start on Monday, October 7th at 8:00 am EST

  • The event will end on Sunday, October 13th at midnight EST

  • Points will be awarded for all interactions (posts, comments, likes)

  • Extra credit points may be given for creativity and originality

  • Winners will be chosen in multiple categories and announced on 10/18

  • Prizes will include but not limited to gift cards, free yearbooks, & yearbook swag

By participating, you consent for Picaboo Yearbooks to use your school name and contest entry, without prior notification, for yearbook promotion and educational purposes.